Descriptions

Our mission is to promote
and protect abroad the values, interests and economic well-being of Ireland and
its people. We do this under the political direction of our Ministers, through our
staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad.

The Embassy of Ireland in Dar es Salaam is recruiting
for the position of Properties Management Officer. 
This position will form part of the Embassy of Ireland Administration
Team and will hold responsibility for maintaining and upgrading the properties
of the Embassy of Ireland.

Main
Responsibilities

·        
Ensure
the health and safety of the staff by adherence to Embassy safety guidelines

·        
Ensure
properties and facilities are well maintained and are in good condition

·        
Prepare for and
respond to emergency issues that arise (which breaches the safety, security or
usability of facilities)

·        
Schedule routine
inspections and emergency repairs, with outside vendors where required

·        
Oversee building
projects and renovations

·        
Create reports on
maintenance, repairs, safety and other occurrences for supervisors and other
relevant staff

·        
Maintain records
of utility usage (generator, solar installation, electricity and water)

·        
Ensure
that contracts with service providers for office equipment maintenance, supply
of goods (consumables) and services are operational and that quality of
services is delivered

·        
Manage transport and logistics

·        
Manage maintenance and supplies for Embassy vehicle fleet

·        
Monitor correct usage of vehicles in line with Embassy policies

·        
Assist the Embassy as a back-up driver during
busy periods

Note: the
Properties Management Officer will have access to an Embassy vehicle in the
course of daily duties

Requirements
candidates must be able to demonstrate:

Essential:

·        
An Advanced Level
Certificate of Education or Diploma

·        
Advanced
mechanical skills and knowledge of plumbing, electricity and other building
systems

·        
At least 5 years
working experience in a similar field and setting requiring a high standard of
outputs.

·        
Ability to drive
and possess a clean driving licence Class C

Essential skills
required:

·        
Excellent communication skills in both English
and Kiswahili;

·        
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability
to develop effective working relationships with people at all levels and
different cultures, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a
team;

·        
Ability to use email and software packages eg
MS Word, Excel, Outlook;

·        
Ability to manage time, organise, problem
solve and prioritise work schedules;

·        
Ability to use repair tools;

·        
Ability to lift heavy equipment and
comfortable standing or walking for long periods of time;

·        
Ability to act with utmost integrity and
pursue work in an ethical manner.

 

Desirable:

·        
Experience working with other
Embassies or international organisations, reputable hotels, serviced properties
or companies. 

Terms and conditions of employment:

·        
The
successful candidate will be hired on a fixed-term contractual basis for 12
months, including a probationary period and will be based at Embassy of
Ireland, Dar es Salaam.

·        
Competitive
salary of TSH
2,529,950 per month and TSH 32,889,348 annually, including a 13th month, plus
health insurance and training opportunities. Salaries are tax deducted and paid
direct to a bank account.  

 

How to apply

 

Selection Process:

• Short-listed
  candidates will be called for a competency-based
  interview based on essential requirements above. Please note that only
  short listed applicants will be contacted.


• It is
  planned to hold interviews before the end of April 2025.


• A practical skills
  test may be included in the recruitment process;


• A second and
  third interview may be included in the recruitment process; and


• A panel may
  be set up depending on the calibre of candidates.

 

General Data Protection Regulation:

All personal
information received will be kept in line with GDPR guidelines.

Security Clearance for Local Staff

Police security
clearance will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration
for appointment. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any
country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If unsuccessful,
this information will be destroyed. If the applicant subsequently comes under
consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this
information again.

 

Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.

The Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam is committed to a policy of
Equal Opportunity.